A calamitous event involving violent, rotating columns of air is a devastating natural hazard. Such events can range from isolated incidents to large outbreaks impacting wide geographic areas. For example, a super... Read more »
Tornadoes, violently rotating columns of air extending from thunderstorms to the ground, are among the most destructive atmospheric phenomena. Characterized by a funnel-shaped cloud, they can reach wind speeds exceeding 300 miles... Read more »
